Serving 518 students in grades 6-12, Hostos-lincoln Academy Of Science ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 518 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hostos-lincoln Academy Of Science ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Hostos-lincoln Academy Of Science's student population of 518 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
518 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hostos-lincoln Academy Of Science ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hostos-lincoln Academy Of Science is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2398 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
72%
29%
Black
24%
16%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hostos-lincoln Academy Of Science's ranking?
Hostos-lincoln Academy Of Science is ranked #2398 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hostos-lincoln Academy Of Science?
The graduation rate of Hostos-lincoln Academy Of Science is 80-84%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Hostos-lincoln Academy Of Science?
518 students attend Hostos-lincoln Academy Of Science.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Hostos-lincoln Academy Of Science students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hostos-lincoln Academy Of Science?
Hostos-lincoln Academy Of Science has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hostos-lincoln Academy Of Science offer ?
Hostos-lincoln Academy Of Science offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Hostos-lincoln Academy Of Science part of?
Hostos-lincoln Academy Of Science is part of New York City Geographic District # 7 School District.
In what neighborhood is Hostos-lincoln Academy Of Science located?
Hostos-lincoln Academy Of Science is located in the Woodstock neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 22 other public schools located in Woodstock.
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